Website Boxer Superstores
Boxer Superstores is a South African based, discount supermarket trading in the Southern African retail marketplace. Our ambition is to be Africas favourite discount supermarket. We trade across every province and in the Kingdom of eSwatini ensuring our shoppers benefit from our full service supe… read morermarket offerings. Boxer Head Office 41 The Boulevard, Westend Office Park, Westville, KwaZulu-Natal 3610, ZA
Job Advert Summary
Are you a hands-on, experienced Demand Planner who leads by example, is passionate about the game, analytical, decisive, attentive and a strategic and commercial thinker looking for an opportunity to join an organisation with an impressive growth strategy? Does working for a fast growing and powerful retail champion that protects, understands, values and cares about the needs of its customers and local communities inspire you?
Then look no further – Boxer Retail Limited, is recruiting for a Demand Plannerwho has proven experiencein ensuring our company’s operations are timely, efficient, and cost-effective. You will assist in all demand planning duties including estimating future product demand, analysing inventory flow, and developing forecast models. The right talent is someone who is ambitious and possesses the grit, who wants to embark ona journey of unparalleled career growth to join their dynamic, fast-paced Supply Chain team based at the head office in Westville, Durban.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast growing organisation that prides itself of being “Africa’s favourite discount supermarket”. If you are hungry to reach new heights in your career, then this could be just the role for you!
Minimum Requirements
Degree in Supply Chain Management
2 – 5 years’ experience
FMCG demand planning experience advantageous
Internal stakeholder engagement spanning across Head office buyers, Stores, DCs
External stakeholder engagement with Suppliers, suppliers KAMS, supplier reps, supplier distribution centers, third party distributors, transporters
Solid systems knowledge – MS Office Suite, WMS
Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail
Strong knowledge of demand forecasting methodologies and tools
Proficient in inventory management and replenishment strategies
Duties and Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop accurate demand forecasts for various retail product categories
Monitor and analyse market trends, historical sales data, and customer insights to optimize demand planning processes
Conduct regular demand reviews with suppliers, KAMs, and other external stakeholders to align demand and supply plans
Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely and accurate information exchange
Coordinate with supplier distribution centres and third-party distributors to ensure efficient inventory management and order fulfilment
Work closely with transporters to optimize transportation routes and minimize lead times
Continuously improve demand planning processes by identifying areas for enhancement and implementing best practices
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate demand planning accuracy and identify opportunities for improvement
Apply via company website ( http://www.boxer.co.za ) or
boxer.erecruit.co
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